Facts about Myopia

The risk of Myopia in children increases by 3X times when both parents are Myopic<sup>1</sup>.

The risk of Myopia in children increases by 3X times when both parents are Myopic¹.

In India, more than 40% of young population is at risk of developing Myopia<sup>2</sup>.

In India, more than 40% of young population is at risk of developing Myopia².

50% of the world’s population will be Myopic by 2050<sup>3</sup>.

50% of the world’s population will be Myopic by 2050³.

What is Myopia?

Myopia or near-sightedness, means that the child can see close things clearly but has trouble seeing things far away. It happens because the eyeball is slightly longer than normal from front to back, causing light rays to form images in front of the retina⁴.

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Do you know Myopia can be progressive?

Yes, the severity of myopia increases in childhood, leading to the progression of Myopia. It is a condition wherein the vision of the child keeps on declining as they grow into adolescence³.

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The incidence of Myopia
is increasing and it is
estimated that

The incidence of Myopia <br> is increasing and it is<br> estimated that

of the world’s
population will be

Myopic by

2050³

Children are getting Myopic at an earlier age.⁵

Rapid progression leads to higher levels of Myopia.⁵

Early onset leads to rapid Progressive Myopia.⁵

Higher levels of Myopia increases risk of progressive Myopic disease.⁵

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have Progressive
Myopia?

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Slider showing scale of progressive myopia with normal classroom image

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Disclaimer : Consult an eye care specialist for suggestions and more details on short-sightedness.
The Vision Simulator should only be used for informational purposes; it does not constitute advise.
The images presented are artistic interpretations of short-sightedness as experienced
without spectacles or contact lenses.

Lifestyle causes and risk factors of Myopia and its progression

Increased screen time

Children using screens for > 3 hours per day are at
4x increased risk of nearsightedness⁵

Sedentary lifestyle

Children with sedentary lifestyles were at
3x increased risk of nearsightedness⁵

Outdoor time

Children who spent < 1 hour outdoors per day were at
5x increased risk of developing nearsightedness⁵

Some of the signs and symptoms

According to United Nations data, countries where Myopia prevalence was estimated and measured as low in the past, such as India, will have major increases by 2050^3,8.

Squinting eyes

Lack of interest in outdoor games

Rubbing eyes

Trouble reading words on a chalkboard at school

Holds books or toys close to their eyes

Lifestyle changes to slow down the progression of Myopia⁹

The immediate thing you can do is limit your child's screen time and ensure more hours are spent outdoors. During the growth spurts of the pre-teen and teen years, Myopia can worsen. Thus, reduction of
visual stress becomes important.

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References:

https://iovs.arvojournals.org/article.aspx?articleid=2212924 Accessed on 25th July, 2022
Agarwal D, Saxena R, Gupta V, Mani K, Dhiman R, Bhardawaj A, et al. (2020) Prevalence of Myopia in Indian school children: Meta-analysis of last four decades. PLoS ONE 15(10): e0240750
Holden B, Fricke T, Wilson D, et al. Global Prevalence of Myopia and High Myopia and Temporal Trends from 2000 through 2050. Ophthalmology. 2016 May;123(5):1036-42. Accessed on 1st August, 2022
Cleveland clinic. Myopia (Nearsightedness) Available at https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8579-myopia-nearsightedness Accessed on 1st August, 2022
Cooper vision. The concern about myopia prevalence and progression Available at Accessed on 1 st August, 2022
https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/eye-and-vision-conditions/myopia?sso=y Accessed on 3rd March, 2023
Saara K, Swetha S, et al. Steep increase in myopia among public school-going children in South India after COVID-19 home confinement. Indian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2022 Aug 1;70(8):3040-4.
UPMC. Signs and Symptoms of Myopia Available at https://www.chp.edu/our-services/ophthalmology/myopia/myopia-signs-and-symptoms Accessed on 9th August, 2022
Ngo C, et al. Does sunlight (bright lights) explain the protective effects of outdoor activity against myopia? Ophthalmic Physiol Opt. 2013;33(3):368-372. doi:10.1111/opo.12051

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Facts about Myopia

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Debunking Myopia Myths - Dr Jitendra Jethani

Common factors and control measures for Myopia Description:

Nearsightedness in children & its control & prevention

Have you noticed these signs in your kid's behaviour?

What is Myopia?

Do you know Myopia can be progressive?

Myopic by

2050³

Know what it's like to
have Progressive
Myopia?

Value: 1

Lifestyle causes and risk factors of Myopia and its progression

Increased screen time

Sedentary lifestyle

Outdoor time

Some of the signs and symptoms

Lifestyle changes to slow down the progression of Myopia⁹

Blogs

References:

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Do not let Myopia slow your child’s progress

Let’s manage Childhood Myopia together

Facts about Myopia

Know from the Experts

Debunking Myopia Myths - Dr Jitendra Jethani

Common factors and control measures for Myopia Description:

Nearsightedness in children & its control & prevention

Have you noticed these signs in your kid's behaviour?

What is Myopia?

Do you know Myopia can be progressive?

Myopic by

20503

Know what it's like to have Progressive Myopia?

Value: 1

Lifestyle causes and risk factors of Myopia and its progression

Increased screen time

Sedentary lifestyle

Outdoor time

Some of the signs and symptoms

Lifestyle changes to slow down the progression of Myopia9

Blogs

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Let’s manage
Childhood Myopia
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2050³

Know what it's like to
have Progressive
Myopia?

Lifestyle changes to slow down the progression of Myopia⁹